Hightower Expands Signature Wealth Brand with the Addition of Five Advisory Practices, Enhancing the Client Experience Nationwide

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CHICAGO--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Jan 6, 2026--

Hightower Advisors, one of the nation’s largest independent wealth management firms, today announced the expansion of its Hightower Signature Wealth (HTSW) brand with the addition of five advisory practices—Fairport Wealth, Hightower Wealth Advisors | St. Louis, HT|TC Wealth Partners, RDM Financial Group, and The Rikoon Group. Together, these practices bring clients broader capabilities, deeper resources and access to a more integrated suite of planning and investment solutions. HTSW now represents more than $20.8 billion* in assets under management.

With this expansion, the HTSW brand now operates across 19 locations nationwide, with more than 100 advisors, offering clients a unified, elevated wealth management experience.

“As advisors, we’re focused on being able to deliver excellence for our clients,” said Omar Qureshi, Managing Director at Hightower Signature Wealth. “The platform continues to give access to institutional-quality tools, strong operational support, and a collaborative network that allows us to focus on what matters most—helping clients achieve their goals.”

Launched this past October, Hightower Signature Wealth is designed to provide growth-minded RIAs the advantages of a large-scale, nationally recognized brand without sacrificing the personalized guidance of a trusted advisor.

HTSW complements Hightower’s existing model by continuing to offer an integrated platform that helps maximize efficiency, streamlines operations, and leverages the breadth of Hightower’s centralized services and resources.

“Hightower Signature Wealth was created to open a new channel of growth for Hightower, while simultaneously elevating the client experience,” said Larry Restieri, CEO of Hightower Advisors. “By bringing some of the best thinkers in our advisor community together under one brand, we’re creating a unified expression of Hightower’s capabilities.”

“The real power comes from joining together with other practices that share our values and commitment to client-first service,” said Mike Drennen, Managing Director at Hightower Signature Wealth. “We’re combining our shared experience, profound skills, and collective vision to build an extraordinary client experience.”

Matthias Kuhlmey, Hightower’s Chief Development Officer, will lead the continued expansion and integration of Hightower Signature Wealth, ensuring advisors and clients benefit from Hightower’s full suite of resources and services.

Hightower remains committed to being the destination of choice for independent, growth-oriented wealth advisors and is investing strategically in the ongoing growth of the HTSW brand. Additional practices from within the Hightower network and external acquisitions are expected to join the platform in the coming months.

The nationwide Hightower community includes 663 advisors in 33 states and the District of Columbia. As of September 30, 2025, Hightower and its affiliates managed approximately $350.3 billion in assets.

About Hightower

Hightower is a leading wealth management firm that provides investment, financial, and retirement planning services to individuals, families, and institutions, as well as 401(k) consulting and cash management services to corporations. Through its community of advisor businesses, Hightower offers sophisticated planning solutions and a robust platform designed to help clients achieve their financial goals.

Headquartered in Chicago with offices nationwide, Hightower serves as a growth partner to independent advisors seeking to scale their practices, elevate the client experience, and access the benefits of a national brand. Learn more about Hightower’s collaborative business model at http://www.hightoweradvisors.com.

Hightower Advisors, LLC is an SEC registered investment adviser. Registration as an investment advisor does not imply a certain level of skill or training. Securities are offered through Hightower Securities, LLC, Member FINRA/SIPC.

*AUM as of 9/30/25

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